Dynamic Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilation

Advocate Health; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Monroe, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer and monitor oxygen delivery and ventilation support across patient care areas. The role involves conducting prescribed therapies, documenting results, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The therapist will initiate, monitor and adjust respiratory care techniques in emergency settings, work with the healthcare team, and maintain proficiency with EMRs and PHI handling.

Qualifications

• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships.
• Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills.
• Knowledge of growth and development appropriate to patient population served.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgement and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines and completes regulatory requirements.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Growth & development knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Approved school of Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Advocate Health in Monroe, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer and monitor oxygen delivery and ventilation support across patient care areas. The role involves conducting prescribed therapies, documenting results, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The therapist will initiate, monitor and adjust respiratory care techniques in emergency settings, work with the healthcare team, and maintain proficiency with EMRs and PHI handling.